Fireman's Drinking Fountain facts for kids
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Fireman's Drinking Fountain
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Fireman's Drinking Fountain. June 2013.
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 Location in Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Location | Main St., Slatington, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 0.1 acres (0.040 ha) |
| Built | 1909 |
| Architect | Fiske, J.W., Iron Works Caspar Buberl, sculptor |
| NRHP reference No. | 81000551 |
| Added to NRHP | November 9, 1981 |
The Fireman's Drinking Fountain is a special historic monument located in Slatington, Pennsylvania. It was built a long time ago in 1909. This fountain is more than just a place to get water; it's also a tall monument.
It features a large statue of a brave volunteer fireman. This fireman is holding a child in one hand and a lantern in the other. The statue is made from a metal called zinc.
About the Fireman's Drinking Fountain
The Fireman's Drinking Fountain stands about 12 feet tall. The statue of the fireman itself is about 7 feet, 3 inches high. It was created by the J. W. Fiske & Company.
This monument was made to honor firefighters. It reminds people of their courage and service.
A Look at Its History
The Fireman's Drinking Fountain has been around for over a hundred years. In 1979, the fountain needed some repairs. It had been hit by a car, so it was carefully fixed up.
Because of its importance and history, the fountain was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1981. This list includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important to American history. Being on this list helps protect them for the future.
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